California Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, and Trust Administration

Estate Planning With Peace of Mind

Planning for the future should give you peace of mind—not add stress. With a thoughtful estate plan, you can move forward confidently, knowing your loved ones are protected, and your wishes will be honored for years to come. Planning ahead gives you more control over your legacy and helps protect your family’s privacy and financial security.

At Chaney Counsel, we know estate planning is about more than just documents. It’s about protecting the people you love. Our “Planning with Heart” approach means we offer personalized estate planning and trust administration services that match your goals, values, and unique family dynamics.

As a Southern California estate planning and trust administration firm, we combine compassionate guidance with clear legal solutions. We make the process straightforward, supportive, and approachable.

Our goal is to give you lasting peace of mind—knowing your legacy is secure and your loved ones are cared for with intention and heart.

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How We Can Help

Creating an estate plan gives you peace of mind. You know you’ve taken real steps to protect your assets and, most importantly, the people you love.

If you’re ready for an estate plan that fits your goals, needs, and family, contact us today to schedule a consultation.

Estate Planning

Estate planning protects your loved ones, your assets, and your wishes with clear legal steps for the future.

Estate & Trust Administration

Special needs planning safeguards the long-term care, financial security, and quality of life for a loved one with disabilities. It also helps preserve vital public benefits and support services.

Probate

Probate is the court-supervised process of settling a person’s estate after death, including gathering assets, paying debts, and distributing property to beneficiaries or heirs.

Special Needs Planning

Special needs planning helps protect the long-term care, financial security, and quality of life of a loved one with disabilities while preserving important public benefits and support services.

Conservatorships

A conservatorship lets a trusted person manage the personal or financial affairs of an adult who can’t do so independently, under court supervision.

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Our Services

Estate and Trust Administration

Special Needs Planning

Estate Planning

Conservatorships

Probate

Ongoing Support

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Lindsey Chaney, Esq.

Meet Lindsey Chaney, owner and attorney of Chaney Counsel. Lindsey is dedicated to helping families navigate estate planning, special needs planning, and trust administration with compassion, clarity, and personalized guidance focused on protecting what matters most.

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Encino Office

16130 Ventura Blvd #320

Encino, CA 91436

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Phone: 818-835-8144

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer flat-fee pricing or hourly billing?

Most services are offered on a transparent flat-fee basis, so you know the cost before we begin. Certain complex matters may use hourly or hybrid billing, which will always be explained in advance.

Can you work with clients virtually?

Yes. We assist clients across California through secure video meetings and digital document delivery. It’s easy to receive personalized guidance from home.

How do I schedule a consultation?

You can schedule an appointment directly on our website or reach us anytime by phone or email.

Client Reviews

"Lindsey is fantastic! She guided us through estate planning step by step and made sure we understood everything. Super professional and really caring."

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"Lindsey is a knowledgeable attorney... she handled my matter with such care and confidence, and gave expert advice at every step along the way. Highly recommend."

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"Lindsey Chaney at Chaney Counsel comes with a level of legal expertise and personal connection. Her approach is kind, patient, and deeply dedicated. She took the time to explain every option clearly, answered...

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